Prosthodontist Delray Beach: Meet Dr. Nicholas Goetz
Dr. Nicholas Goetz is a maxillofacial prosthodontist located in Delray Beach, Florida and is part of a select group of 150 specialists in the US. Upon graduation from University of California Los Angeles, he worked for the US Army and the Veteran Affairs as a civilian Maxillofacial Prosthodontist.
His extensive dental experience ranges from the simplest of general dentistry procedures, to complex oral rehabilitations with implant and traditional prosthetics.
Dr. Goetz recently moved to Delray Beach with his beautiful wife Holly and their son Westin. He’s a Gators fan, and loves water sports and dirt bike riding.
Dr. Nicholas Goetz is very excited for the opportunity to bring all his clinical knowledge and skills to Southeast Florida, and provide patients the level of care they deserve.
After majoring in in Food Science & Human Nutrition, Dr. Goetz attended the University of Florida College of Dentistry, where he graduated in the top ten percent of his graduating class.
During graduation, Dr. Goetz was presented with two honorary awards:
– The L.D. Pankey Institute Award for Excellence in Periodontology and Fixed Prosthodontics, and
– The American College of Prosthodontists Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Study of Prosthodontics.
Dr. Goetz then joined the University of Florida College of Dentistry Advanced post-graduate Prosthodontics residency program.
During his three-year residency program, Dr. Goetz earned a Master of Science degree, while training diligently to become proficient with the rehabilitation of the most complex dental cases, utilizing the most advanced dental technologies provided.
In addition, Dr. Goetz was surgically trained during his residency in the placement of dental implants and bone grafting techniques. Dr. Goetz had the opportunity to train with some of the top oral surgeons in the state during his residency.
Upon completion of his advanced training, Dr. Goetz then decided to pursue a subspecialty of Prosthodontics, known as Maxillofacial Prosthodontics. Dr. Goetz completed his Maxillofacial Prosthodontic fellowship at the University of California Los Angeles. Maxillofacial prosthodontics is a very elite sub-specialty of prosthodontics, that deals with the treatment of patients with various forms of head and necks cancers and post-surgical cancer resections of the upper and lowers jaws, as well as eyes, ears & nose.
Upon his completion of his advanced training in the specialties of Prosthodontics and Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, Dr. Goetz wanted to practice in an area in which he felt he could give back and help patients devoted to helping all of us. As a result, he began his post education career with the United States Army. At that time, Dr. Goetz served as a civilian maxillofacial prosthodontist treating active duty service members of the United States Army and Air Force.
Following two years of work, Dr. Goetz was recruited by the James A. Haley Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Tampa, Florida. For the past two years Dr. Goetz has devoted his clinical knowledge and skills to the veterans of our armed forces.
Dr. Goetz continues his strong drive and appreciation, for the continued education and knowledge in his field. With continued active affiliation and involvement with the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP), The Florida Prosthodontic Association, and the International Team for Implantology (ITI).
Now, with the support of his amazing and talented wife, Dr. Holly Trinh, as well as their 4-year-old son, Westin, and 2-year-old son, Austin, Dr. Goetz is excited to bring his clinical knowledge and skills to provide patients in Southeast Florida with the advanced and comprehensive dentistry they deserve.
We look forward for the opportunity to earn your trust and respect while providing you the ability to achieve your perfect smile.
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Prosthodontist Delray Beach FAQ
Prosthodontics is a dental specialty aimed at replacing and restoring missing teeth. A maxillofacial prosthodontist is a specialist who can treat dental problems that concern missing teeth and its surrounding tissues.They can also perform treatments that involve a damaged jaw structure. Prosthodontists are trained to perform a wide range of restorative procedures. These may include implants, crowns, bridges, dentures and partial dentures, among others. Prosthodontist can perform these procedures giving your teeth back their functionality and aesthetics in the most effective way. They are also highly trained in cosmetic dentistry.
You should choose a Prosthodontist to make sure your oral care is treated by the most skilled professional. Upon graduation, prosthodontists take a three-year postgraduate training. That means they get intensive education in dental restoration, functionality and aesthetics. Prosthodontists can perform cosmetic procedures with a solid professional basis as they are recognized by the American Dental Association.
You can definitely use your dental insurance. If you have a PPO plan, you will be able to get your treatments and have your reimbursement directly sent home. Ours is a fee-for service office, meaning that you pay upfront at the time of service, and our helpful staff will do all the paperwork to help you get the most of your insurance. It is good to know that PPO plans allow you to go out-of-network and choose your own dental provider.
A prosthodontist can perform all the same dental procedures as a general dentist. The difference is that, due to their advanced training, prosthodontists can also perform more complex treatments concerning missing teeth. Prosthodontists complete the regular four years of dental training plus three years of specialization in tooth restoration. This advanced education allows them to perform general dentistry treatments in addition to more complex treatments involving implants, crowns, bridges and dentures. Prosthodontists have the training and knowledge to provide your teeth both excellent functionality and aesthetics.
If you just need general dentistry services, a prosthodontist can perform check-ups, cleanings and regular fillings. The cost of these general services may be the same as those you get from any other dentist. If your dental insurance plan allows you to go out- of- network, you can get your treatments and enjoy the benefits of your dental plan for an out- of-network provider. Now, if you need to restore or replace missing teeth, don’t forget that in dentistry you get what you pay for. Your prosthodontist will guide you on procedures that meet your needs and your budget, but remember that high quality materials mean more durability and strength. In the long run, this means less money, time (and headaches!) wasted in the future.
Yes. A prosthodontist can perform general dentistry procedures such as checkups, cleanings, fillings or fixing cavities. They can do this and more. Specialized training give prosthodontists the knowledge and expertise to perform more complex treatments when missing teeth need to be replaced. These complex treatments generally include dentures (full or partial), implants, crowns and bridges.
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Ocean Breeze Prosthodontics is a dental office located in Delray Beach, Fl. specializing in prosthodontic treatments as well as general and cosmetic dentistry services. Dr. Nicholas Goetz and his team are thrilled for the opportunity to provide patients with the most advanced and comprehensive dentistry they deserve.
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